[seriously, who wouldn't be a little envious of someone who has their parents when they themself have gone most their lives without? sizhui's not going to judge him at all for that because gosh, he could admit he'd feel jealous! judging someone else for it is downright hypocritical in the sense and gods forbid he comes off as self-righteous at all. so no, nobody should give jin ling a hard time, especially when it's a normal emotion amongst himself and other individuals. to be truthful here, while jin ling's father might not show up, there's still jiang cheng, the wei wuxians and xichens, and jingyi... perhaps the wangjis could come to celebrate? either way, jin ling won't party alone on his birthday.
they're perfect to sizhui, someone who's (surprisingly) never tried making origami rabbits of all things; they look somewhat complicated, after considering the lines and creases that form the animal, and it makes sense why he hadn't before. now though, he sorta wants to give them a go, despite knowing it'd take him some time and dedication to learn, yet he'd surely figure it out with jin ling by his side for pointers.
indeed, it's quite fortunate the okami stays quiet about it or else sizhui very well might've remarked about how people shouldn't be made fun of for trying their hardest at something. (again, this goes hand-in-hand with before, no exceptions— wolf demons included!)
such a good spiritual companion, staying put while the lan disciple peers into his box of bunnies, wide eyes glossing over all the colors, blinking here and there in an attempt to keep his tears stifled. silly as it may seem, each one will be cherished, set on display in his and dennis's room wherever he's allowed. whichever ones have to stay boxed up, he'll keep somewhere safe, take small handfuls from it when damaged rabbits need replacing. just like jin ling says, more can always be made after those go, so on, so forth— but no worries there right now, just admiration for his gifts. xixue, being well-versed in the art of getting what she wants, knows jin ling will provide some offhanded affection after spending hours hauling her around the train during his introduction. pshaw toward petting at this point, yes? he already showed too much dedication before, xixue's learned the game, will play until she's appeased, then go back for her cupcake.]
True, but I still want to keep as many of these as possible, you know?
[sizhui's hand moves, gently sets the red rabbit into the box, fingers scooping up two more which are blue and green, his attention focused on them, trying to nevermind the faint blush coming across his face at jin ling's ‘impressive’ compliment. he didn't think they were anything spectacular but hey, he'll welcome praise without second-guessing.] Thank you, [he accepts, plainly offering for explanation,] I've had some practice.
[he resists shaking his head or arguing, instead mentioning,] There was a lot of effort put into these and that's what matters. I appreciate them because you considered me on my birthday, took time out of your day to make them, then even delivered the box in person.
[‘you're a terrific friend, jin ling,’ is what he'd like to say, but considering jin ling's already embarrassed, sizhui bites his tongue, smiles, twists his wrist and lets those bunnies – one big and one small – settle beside each other.] Do you want to know what I'll do with them? [even if it will probably fluster jin ling worse, it'd still be worth it for the possible satisfaction he'll get too.]
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they're perfect to sizhui, someone who's (surprisingly) never tried making origami rabbits of all things; they look somewhat complicated, after considering the lines and creases that form the animal, and it makes sense why he hadn't before. now though, he sorta wants to give them a go, despite knowing it'd take him some time and dedication to learn, yet he'd surely figure it out with jin ling by his side for pointers.
indeed, it's quite fortunate the okami stays quiet about it or else sizhui very well might've remarked about how people shouldn't be made fun of for trying their hardest at something. (again, this goes hand-in-hand with before, no exceptions— wolf demons included!)
such a good spiritual companion, staying put while the lan disciple peers into his box of bunnies, wide eyes glossing over all the colors, blinking here and there in an attempt to keep his tears stifled. silly as it may seem, each one will be cherished, set on display in his and dennis's room wherever he's allowed. whichever ones have to stay boxed up, he'll keep somewhere safe, take small handfuls from it when damaged rabbits need replacing. just like jin ling says, more can always be made after those go, so on, so forth— but no worries there right now, just admiration for his gifts. xixue, being well-versed in the art of getting what she wants, knows jin ling will provide some offhanded affection after spending hours hauling her around the train during his introduction. pshaw toward petting at this point, yes? he already showed too much dedication before, xixue's learned the game, will play until she's appeased, then go back for her cupcake.]
True, but I still want to keep as many of these as possible, you know?
[sizhui's hand moves, gently sets the red rabbit into the box, fingers scooping up two more which are blue and green, his attention focused on them, trying to nevermind the faint blush coming across his face at jin ling's ‘impressive’ compliment. he didn't think they were anything spectacular but hey, he'll welcome praise without second-guessing.] Thank you, [he accepts, plainly offering for explanation,] I've had some practice.
[he resists shaking his head or arguing, instead mentioning,] There was a lot of effort put into these and that's what matters. I appreciate them because you considered me on my birthday, took time out of your day to make them, then even delivered the box in person.
[‘you're a terrific friend, jin ling,’ is what he'd like to say, but considering jin ling's already embarrassed, sizhui bites his tongue, smiles, twists his wrist and lets those bunnies – one big and one small – settle beside each other.] Do you want to know what I'll do with them? [even if it will probably fluster jin ling worse, it'd still be worth it for the possible satisfaction he'll get too.]